Description
If you’ve been boiling or grilling your corn all these years, this microwave method is about to blow your mind. In just minutes, you can achieve juicy, tender, perfectly cooked corn with zero mess. The secret? Cooking it inside its husk, right in the microwave. It’s a technique that locks in moisture and sweetness, requiring no pots or pans. Whether you’re making one ear or feeding a family, this quick recipe is reliable, delicious, and endlessly customizable. With just a few pantry ingredients, you can enjoy fresh corn all year round.
Ingredients
- 1 ear fresh corn, in husk
- 1 tbsp butter (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Optional toppings: lime juice, chili powder, parmesan, garlic butter
Instructions
- Leave the corn in the husk. Trim stem end if needed to fit microwave.
- Microwave 1 ear on high for 3–4 minutes. Let rest 1 minute in microwave.
- Cut off the bottom (stem end) of the corn.
- Squeeze from the top—corn will slide out silk-free.
- Butter, season, and serve hot.
Notes
- For more than 1 ear, increase cooking time by 2–3 minutes per extra ear.
- Add a dash of chili powder or squeeze of lime for a fun twist.
- Use compound butters for flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 1 minute
- Cook Time: 4 minute
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American